Almahata Sitta
Ureilite-an (Achondrite) · Fell 2008 · Sudan
Key Takeaway
Almahata Sitta is a Ureilite-an (Achondrite) meteorite that was observed falling in 2008 in Sudan . It has a recorded mass of 4.0 kg.
4.0 kg
Mass
Ureilite-an
Classification
Fell
Type
2008
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 48915 |
| Classification | Ureilite-an (Achondrite) |
| Mass | 4.0 kg (8.7 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Observed fall |
| Year | 2008 |
| Coordinates | 20.74575N, 32.41275E |
| Country | Sudan |
Location
Mass Context
"4.0 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Almahata Sitta?
Almahata Sitta is classified as Ureilite-an (Achondrite).
How much does the Almahata Sitta meteorite weigh?
The Almahata Sitta meteorite has a mass of 4.0 kg (8.7 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Almahata Sitta meteorite found?
The Almahata Sitta meteorite was observed falling in Sudan in 2008.
Same Classification
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